Pistons give to Grand Rapids families in need

AUBURN HILLS -- The Detroit Pistons will arrive in Grand Rapids on Monday to deliver supplies to 1,200 needy families in the area.

The items were purchased from funds raised by the Pistons during their March 11 telethon in support of Feed The Children, which provides food, clothing and medical care to children and their families worldwide.

The Pistons will team with local organizations Mel Trotter ministries and Kids Food basket to distribute the 25-pound boxes of food and 15-pound boxes of personal care items at Van Andel Arena.